d’Albora Marina Live & Local: Jonathan The perfect soundtrack to your school holidays is right here. ✨ Spend your weekend afternoons listening to brilliant live music on the main stage at d’Albora! Whether you’re grabbing a coffee or sitting down for a wood-fired pizza overlooking the marina, the Live & Local artists will be setting the perfect mood from 12 Read more…
Port Stephens Spring School Holiday Guide 2026
Your Ultimate Family Activity & Adventure Guide in Our Backyard
Hi neighbours! Kevin and Angela here.
Spring has officially arrived across our beautiful coastline, and that means two whole weeks of school holiday fun ahead! The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up, and our backyard is bursting with outdoor adventures, creative workshops, wildlife encounters, and relaxed family days out.
Whether you are entertaining energetic kids, hosting visiting family, or looking for budget-friendly ways to make the most of the sunshine, we have pulled together this guide to help you explore the best of Port Stephens.
🌸 Spring Holiday Highlights & Planning Tips
🐋 Whale Watching & Coastal Trails
Spring is prime time for seeing mother humpback whales returning south with their calves close to shore. Take in the panoramic views from Tomaree Head summit or Gan Gan Lookout, or step aboard a daily cruise out of Nelson Bay Marina.
🎨 Creative Workshops & Libraries
From hands-on crafting and LEGO sessions to tabletop games and exhibitions at our local community art centres and council libraries, there is plenty happening indoors when you need a break from the sun.
🧺 Markets & Outdoor Play
Pack a family picnic rug, explore the weekend foreshore markets, stretch your legs along the cycleways, and let the kids burn off energy at our local skate parks, reserves, and calm bay beaches.
